Best Certificate Programs at Southwestern Community College by ROI
Every Certificate major at Southwestern Community College ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Certificate
Associate Degree
Programs Analyzed
2
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
-$396,469
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$14,429
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Grad rate: 48.4% |
-$292,849 | $28,079 | $14,429 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Grad rate: 48.4% |
-$500,089 | $17,717 | $14,429 | $0 | Full ROI → |
How ROI is calculated
20-Year Net ROI = Gross Earnings (salary × 20) − Total Degree Cost − Debt Payoff (×1.35) − Baseline Opportunity Cost ($42,000 × 20). Data from the U.S. College Scorecard.